Product Safety Report: Dunelm Warm and Cosy Electric Blanket Cables (2607-0039)
Product Safety Report for Dunelm Warm and Cosy Electric Blanket Cables presenting a risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Dunelm Warm and Cosy Electric Blanket Cables
Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire because the copper wire within the cable can fray. This may cause localised overheating and fire during normal use.
Corrective action: Dunelm have initiated a cable replacement programme for affected batches.
Product information
| Type | Furniture - Blankets/Throws (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dunelm |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Cables supplied with electric blanket in single, double and king size with inline control units. Only blankets from the 2022 and 2023 batches are currently in scope of this corrective action. |
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Affected Products
| Product Name | Barcode | Article |
|---|---|---|
| Dunelm Cosy & Warm Electric Blanket Single | 5057722358976 | 30652063 |
| Dunelm Cosy & Warm Electric Blanket Double | 5057722358983 | 30652064 |
| Dunelm Cosy & Warm Electric Blanket King | 5057722358990 | 30652065 |
| Dunelm Cosy & Warm Electric Blanket Single | 5063003294383 | 30838451 |
| Dunelm Cosy & Warm Electric Blanket Double | 5063003294390 | 30838452 |
| Dunelm Cosy & Warm Electric Blanket King | 5063003295007 | 30838453 |
Hazard
The product presents a risk of fire because the copper wire within the cable can fray. This may cause localised overheating and fire during normal use.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
Dunelm have initiated a cable replacement programme.
If your product has the barcode and batch numbers specified, stop using it immediately and contact Dunelm on 0333 234 0870 to claim a free replacement cable. Alternatively, return the blanket and cable to your nearest Dunelm for a full refund.
For more information, please access: https://www.dunelm.com/info/help/product-safety-recalls
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2607-0039
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards